Injection Moulding Machine for Pallet Feet, Runner Inserts and Anti-slip Pads
Pallet feet, runner inserts and anti-slip pads are moulded on horizontal injection moulding machines, often in multi-cavity moulds, from HDPE, PP, glass-filled PA6 or TPE. Part size and cavity count set tonnage, while thick load-bearing sections need packing to avoid sink and voids. Compression set under stacked load matters more than initial hardness.
For these load-bearing parts, machine choice focuses on packing thick sections, holding dimensions for push-in fits and running TPE cleanly. Pratishna Engineers supplies horizontal injection moulding machines for pallet foot and pad moulding and can recommend a configuration for your parts.
Moulding Pallet Feet and Pads?
Share your part drawings, load requirement and material, and Pratishna Engineers will suggest a machine.
Machine Requirements for Pallet Foot and Anti-slip Pad Moulding
These small mouldings carry the weight of a loaded, stacked pallet for weeks at a time. Points to check:
- Holding pressure to pack thick feet without sink or voids
- Material chosen for low compression set under load
- Push-in or snap fit held to size for pallet sockets
- Dried glass-filled PA6 for load-carrying runner inserts
- TPE pads moulded flat with clean edges and no flash
- Cooling time matched to thick sections to control shrinkage
Recommended Machine for Pallet Feet and Anti-slip Pads
Pallet feet, inserts and pads are small parts and usually suit the E Series (75-180 T), with multi-cavity tools for pads and inserts. The C Series (140-320 T) and H Series (120-350 T) take larger feet, family moulds or high-cavity tools. The pallet deck is a separate and much larger moulding beyond these ranges.
Not Sure Which Machine You Need?
Send your pallet part drawings and load details for a recommendation.
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Injection Moulding Machine Buyer Resources
Download practical resources to help you select, size and specify the right machine.
Horizontal Injection Moulding Machine Selection Guide
A step-by-step guide covering the key inputs needed to select the right machine: product weight, projected area, number of cavities, plastic material, required clamping force, shot / injection capacity, mould dimensions, production quantity, cycle time and automation requirement.
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How to Calculate Clamping Force for an Injection Moulding Machine
A clear methodology that explains how clamping force is calculated, covering projected area, injection pressure, safety factor, number of cavities and material considerations.
Download PDFPDF · 363 KBMaterial Handling Components & Machine Guide
A guide to Material Handling components, covering crates, bins, milk crates, lids, label holders, castor wheels, pallet feet and dunnage trays. It explains HDPE and PP, large projected areas, stacking strength, recycled material, and how to match each part to a suitable machine.
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FAQs / Buyer Questions
Questions pallet component makers bring to our engineers.
Which Injection Moulding Machine Is Used to Make Pallet Feet and Anti-slip Pads?
The E Series covers most single feet, inserts and pad tools. Larger feet, family moulds and high-cavity pad tools need the C or H Series, with projected area setting the choice.Can the Same Machine Mould the Pallet Deck Too?
Not on these series. A full export pallet deck needs far higher clamping force. Feet, runner inserts and anti-slip pads are separate small mouldings, which is why they fit an ordinary machine.What Property Matters Most for an Anti-slip Pad?
Compression set under sustained stacked load. A pad that measures well on initial hardness can still flatten and lose grip after weeks under a loaded pallet, so long-term load testing tells more.
Why Do Thick Pallet Feet Show Voids or Sink?
Thick sections shrink as they cool, and without enough holding pressure and time the core pulls into voids or the face sinks. Gating into the thick section and correct cooling time help.Can Pratishna Recommend a Machine for My Pallet Foot or Pad?
Yes. Share the part drawings, material, load requirement, part weights, cavity plan and mould dimensions, and Pratishna Engineers will recommend a machine.Does the Machine Suit Other Material Handling Parts Too?
Yes. Castor wheel hubs, container handles, foldable crate latches and IBC drain fittings are often run on the same class of machine.
Technical Disclaimer
Disclaimer: The information provided in this webpage is for general informational and educational purposes only. It is based on technical references and industry information available at the time of preparation and may be subject to change. It does not constitute engineering, technical, commercial or professional advice, nor does it constitute a quotation, specification, warranty or contractual commitment by Pratishna Engineers.
Actual injection moulding machine and process requirements vary according to the component design, material, mould, production volume, machine configuration and operating conditions. The information, examples, calculations and recommendations provided should be independently evaluated and verified for the specific application before making any equipment, process or production decision. Information obtained from third-party sources remains subject to the accuracy and limitations of those sources.
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